nervous...

Hello All!


As I have said in the past, I am not here as a future patient of WLS, but as a supporter of my girlfriend. She is scheduled for Lap Band on June 1st. I too am overweight< and am trying to make healthy changes for myself, and to support her.


The reason for this post today is that I have seen through some friends and acquaintances, that their personalities drastically changed. I am very excited for the changes that Phyllis is about to make for herself, but am concerned that she will become obsessed with losing the weight, and it will consume her. I am scared that in her mind she will always be "too fat"

Phyllis and I have spoken about this concern. She has said that she doesn't think it will be an issue, but no one can know for sure until they are in that situation.

I was wondering if some of you have experienced this yourself, if it is a fear of yours, or if you have seen friends and peers go through this situation.

Thanks & have a good night

Kerry

Everyone that knows me has said my personality has changed, but for the better. I was the quiet person in the corner of the room. I'm totally opposite now. I'm not obsessed about losing weight. I've met my goal and now trying to maintain. I am obsessed with body image and skin issues but that seems to be the norm around here.

I think I am having some of those issues.. I am now obsessed with working out, but I don't feel it is unhealthy yet.

I do still look in the mirror and see 300 pounds. But that is common. I hear it takes about a year for you to be able to see your true self...

But I think as long as you keep your lines of communication open and are able to speak your mind, you two should be just fine.

Good luck!